Sometime ago I was reading a book and came across the phrase "The Christ in me greets the Christ in you." It was a powerful statement and made me think long and hard.
When I've been patiently waiting for a parking space and someone else takes it, do I recognize the Christ, much less greet the Christ in that person? Do I see the Christ in a driver who dangerously cuts me off? The rapist? The murderer? The child molester? Can the Christ in me greet the Christ in them?
I sincerely want to be a peaceful influence among all people that I encounter, but it's certainly not easy; it's very hard. In those hard moments I turn to God in prayer, asking that my vengeful thoughts be turned into positive thoughts.
As I radiate peace and bless others I bless myself as well.
The Christ in me greets the Christ in you.
My God, my Father, make me an instrument of peace. Amen.
Nancy Therasse
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